Tech for Social Impact Residency for Students, Freshers

Want to work in social impact, but not sure of the career path or the right tools to choose? This 7-day, free tech residency will give you both the perspective and the tools you need to work in different domains in the social impact sector. Whether your area of interest lies in storytelling, data analysis or knowledge management, this residency will provide a safe space for learning and making a real impact.

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What our participants say

This workshop reinforced the idea that digital skills and content creation are not optional for non-profits—they are essential. Using technology to streamline processes can help non-profits work smarter, not harder.

Naji

Naji Mahfood

Co-founder, Ignite India

What does the residency look like?

  • Duration: 7-10 days, depending on the needs of the student cohort [Date options in application form]
  • Location for Workshop & Stay: aikyam space, Kochi, Kerala
  • Format: Residential, workshop, hands-on learning
  • Cost: FREE workshop, shared accommodation, food, and tech tools. Participants need to bring a laptop. Travel costs (To-and- fro 2-tier AC train tickets between your nearest railway station to Kochi) are covered for students selected for the residency

The tools you will learn

Data Collection

Kobotoolbox

Data Analysis

Metabase

Web Presence

Ghost

Knowledge Management

Bookstack

Meet the facilitators

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Anjani Sanga

aikyam fellow

Enthusiastic people person, who will train you in BookStack, and be your POC for all your residency-related needs

John Doe
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Jinso Raj

aikyam fellow

A full stack developer who Loves tech and will break down the technicalities of the tools for you in simple ways

John Doe
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Megha Jibhakate

aikyam fellow

Loves design and trains in Ghost content management system, website creation & KoboToolbox for data collection

Pooja T

aikyam fellow

Expert in the knowledge management system, BookStack, who will also introduce you to curated development sector jobs

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Shemeer Babu

aikyam fellow

Obsessed with tech for social good and has 12+ years of experience in leadership, design thinking and impact technology.

Sumi Thomas

aikyam fellow

Communications expert with over two decades in media and branding; has an interest in design for storytelling

Who can apply?

  • You are a student who has completed Plus Two/graduation/post graduation
  • OR you are studying for your undergraduate/postgraduate degree
  • You have a deep interest in working/volunteering in the social impact sector
  • You love learning new things

Frequently Asked Questions

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Have more questions? Write to us at hello@aikyamfellows.org